RV campgrounds near Jericho, Vermont offer accessibility to both mountains and Lake Champlain. Located in Vermont's northern region, Jericho sits at 872 feet elevation near Mount Mansfield State Forest and provides relatively mild summer camping temperatures averaging 75-85°F. Winter camping isn't practical in this area as most campgrounds close seasonally from late October through April due to snow and freezing temperatures.
What to do
Explore local vineyards and breweries: The Champlain Valley has several wineries and breweries within a short drive of many RV parks. A visitor at Apple Island Resort noted, "Great area, pleasant staff, very clean. Brewery and vineyards close by."
Visit Burlington's bike paths: Just 10-15 minutes from Colchester campgrounds, Burlington offers excellent cycling opportunities. "Should have brought my roadbike, this is a bicyclers heaven," mentioned one camper at Apple Island Resort, while another at Lone Pine Campsites shared they "took the short drive into Burlington, drove our bikes to the lake bike path."
Enjoy waterfront activities: Many campgrounds offer lake access or are near waterfront recreation areas. "The lake is a short walk down the street," noted one reviewer about Lone Pine Campsites, while at Plattsburgh RV Park across the lake, a camper mentioned it being "very close to lake Champlain, and only about a 20 minute drive from Canada."
What campers like
Spacious sites: Many Jericho area RV parks feature generously sized sites. At Smugglers Notch RV Village, one visitor observed, "The sites are good size and come with full hookups. They also have great WIFI." Another camper at Lone Pine Campsites stated, "The sites were long and spacious. We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road."
Clean facilities: Reviewers frequently mention well-maintained bathhouses and common areas. "The grounds and facilities are clean. They have a par 3 golf course and boat docks on site," noted a visitor at Apple Island Resort. At Smugglers Notch RV Village, another camper appreciated "a beautiful well kept bath house and a small but well stocked store."
Child-friendly amenities: Many campgrounds offer activities specifically for children. A visitor at Sugar Ridge RV Village commented, "Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool, two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids!" Another mentioned, "Horse carriage rides, paved roads, 2 pools, playgrounds, mini golf, fireworks..."
What you should know
Seasonal operation: Most RV campgrounds near Jericho have limited operating seasons. Sugar Ridge RV Village runs "from May 1 through October 31," and a visitor noted, "We stayed here recently for our 2nd full hook up ever. Kids were happy with the heated pool, horse rides, and other activities."
Internet connectivity: WiFi quality varies significantly between campgrounds. At Smugglers Notch RV Village, a camper praised "great WIFI," while at Iroquois Campground & RV Park, a visitor complained, "Wifi at campsite was inconsistent and unreliable. Had to work from rec center and pool which was ok but not what we were told."
Reservation requirements: Many popular campgrounds fill quickly, especially during summer months. "Can be tough to get into because so nice and popular in a good location," noted one camper about Sugar Ridge RV Village. Weekday stays are generally more available than weekends, with one Apple Island visitor observing, "Weekdays in prime season are quiet, weekends are packed."
Tips for camping with families
Playground access: Choose sites near play areas for convenience. At Lone Pine Campsites, a visitor recommended, "We had one right next to the playground so our daughter could walk straight to it without having to cross a road. And speaking of playground, it was large and very nice."
Kid-friendly activities: Many campgrounds offer organized events for children. At Plattsburgh RV Park, a visitor noted, "This place is huge! With a pool, community center, mini golf, it is a great summer spot. Very close to Burlington VT and Canada there are many different hiking and adventuring options."
Swimming options: Pools are popular with families during summer months. A Sugar Ridge RV Village visitor mentioned, "We stayed here and were VERY happy! Dog friendly, mini golf, heated pool, two playgrounds, and crafts and fun things for the kids!" While at Apple Island Resort, another camper shared, "The pool opens at 9am for adult lap swims for an hour which we took advantage of daily."
Tips from RVers
Site selection: Research site layout before booking. At Apple Island Resort, one RVer advised, "Study the sites carefully because our 'premium view site' looked into a boulder. If you squinted and closed one eye you could a piece of the lake out of one sliver of our windshield."
Hookup variations: Electrical connections differ between campgrounds. A visitor at Lone Pine Campsites reported, "Family staying next to us found their site had 50 amp service not the expected 30 amp and they needed to borrow an adapter cord."
Site orientation: Some campgrounds have unusual hookup placements. At Apple Island Resort, an RVer noted, "One thing is that their hook ups are on the passenger side. You have to pull straight in with the truck and camper. This is because a lot of class A prefer this way, not sure."
